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*** note to people looking for performers / writers of music: I get tons of response from people looking for beat makers or people you want to make instrumentals for you - NOT recording studios which is what Haywire is- please understand these are separate things entirely. Once you have your beat or instrumental secured please feel free to get in touch for vocal recording and mixing / mastering***
You will find most studios are hobby studios nowadays. This is all I have done my entire life, so you may want to consider hiring someone that does this professionally instead of just the random person who bought some gear. I don’t have the fanciest space, but my 500+ albums that I’ve done throughout the years all sound quite good.
I enjoy my work the most when my clients are happy. Over 80% of my new clients are actually referrals from past clients so that makes a huge difference.
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Hired 40 times
Serves Portland, OR
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32 years in business
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Josh m.
Sep 24, 2025
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I had a great time with Rob very professional, easy to work with made the whole process painless I was able to tell him what I needed and He used his vast knowledge and helped me bring my songs to life. I recorded one song with him and then went back and recorded three more and will definitely be using him again in the near future
Details: Singing only (pre-recorded instrumentals) • Hip-hop / Rap • 26 - 44 years old • 1 track • 5 minutes or fewer • Mixing • Mastering • Post-production • Pre-production
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Johnathan c.
Dec 21, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Great work had fun in the studio. Really fast and knew how I wanted my song to sound . Plan on going back for more sessions!
He helped my daughters, who had no studio experience, get comfortable and worked very well with them. I was very satisfied with the process, studio, and results of our session.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Singing only (pre-recorded instrumentals) • Pop • Country • 3 tracks • 11 - 15 minutes • Mixing
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Tommy B.
Sep 29, 2024
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I have worked with Rob twice now and I plan to keep working with him as I have more material to record. He's kind, efficient, and he helped me make a recording that I am very proud of.
Details: Singing and instrumentals • Alternative • 26 - 44 years old • 1 track • 5 minutes or fewer • Mixing • Mastering • Editing • Pre-production • Post-production
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Seshu C.
Aug 18, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
This was my first time singing and Robert made me feel home and eased out the jitters. He had quality equipment and expertise to make a good track. Mine was a Bollywood song and Robert had no problem understanding finer nuances of the song and helping me out with the recording. I highly recommend Haywire Recording and can't wait to try out my next song recording there.
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Robert Bartleson
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Offer discounts on pre-paid 20 hour blocks. Also a one time new thumbtack introduction discount of 3 hours for $75.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
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get it? I do all my scheduling via text. If you need a phone call, feel free to schedule one via text.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor’s degree at The Evergreen State College in Audio Engineering and then an internship in Portland, got hired at the non longer existing million dollar studio known as Musicraft, and eventually started my own business when they went under. (Portland can’t support Million dollar studios)
